Mayor Landrieu and Councilmember Hedge-Morrell to hold District D Community Meeting Monday

September 24, 2012

NEW ORLEANS, LA--On Monday, September 24, 2012, Mayor Mitch Landrieu will host the final meeting in a series of community meetings to discuss 2013 budget priorities. The meeting will be co-hosted by District D Councilmember Cynthia Hedge-Morrell. They will be joined by Deputy Mayors, NOPD Superintendent Ronal Serpas, NOFD Superintendent Charles Parent and department and agency heads. The Budgeting for Outcomes process is aimed at producing a more citizen-driven budget and ensuring improved government performance and accountability.

Prior to the meeting, from 5:30-6:00pm, the City will host a Resource Center with representatives from several City departments and agencies. During that time, citizens will have the opportunity to talk one-on-one with various departments about specific complaints and concerns.